Rukia Kuchiki faces Aaroniero Arruruerie (the 9th Espada), who has taken the form of her former mentor, Kaien Shiba. Aaroniero reveals he has consumed 33,650 Hollows, absorbing their abilities and memories.
Includes the entire original series and the Thousand-Year Blood War sequel. Disney+: Available in many international territories. Bleach Episode 159
Bleach Episode 159 , titled is a pivotal entry in the Hueco Mundo arc that focuses on the desperate battles of Ichigo’s allies as they infiltrate Las Noches. Episode Overview Original Air Date: January 30, 2008 (Japan). Rukia Kuchiki faces Aaroniero Arruruerie (the 9th Espada),
Arrancar: The Hueco Mundo Sneak Entry arc (Season 8). Manga Chapters: Adapted from Chapters 261 and 262. Key Plot Points Disney+: Available in many international territories
Ulquiorra Cifer confronts a captive Orihime Inoue, mocking the efforts and supposed "deaths" of her friends to break her spirit. Where to Watch You can find this episode on major streaming platforms: